How the mint julep became an iconic Kentucky Derby cocktail and the official recipe to make it at home
The pomp and circumstance will kick off at Churchill Downs ahead of the 145th run for the roses and whether you watch in person or enjoy the scene from home, chances are you'll want to get in on the fun with a mint julep in hand. Mint, sugar, crushed ice and bourbon are all you need to recreate the leafy southern sipper, but there's an art to the longtime staple of the drink so synonymous with the race. Nearly 120,000 mint juleps are served over the two-day period at Churchill Downs, according t
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